Barrington schools make masks optional for students 6th grade and up

Face masks will be optional for some students in Barrington. 

District 220 says masks will be optional for students in sixth grade and above. 

The decision came after a school board meeting Tuesday. 

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The district will also develop a plan to phase out mask requirements for students and staff in lower grades. 

Students return to the classroom next month.